Ardra nakshatra: deity, symbol, ruling planet, traits and name letters

Intense and thoughtful; grows through hard times and has a sharp, inquiring mind.

Deity

Rudra, the storm

Symbol

A teardrop

Ruled by

Rahu

Gana

Manushya (human)

Nature

Tikshna (sharp)

Signs

Mithuna

Name letters

Ku (कु), Gha (घ), Nga (ङ), Chha (छ)

Good for research, ending what must end, deep healing, inner practice.

Chant Om Namah Shivaya and offer water to Shiva.

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